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London - Penrith - Keswick

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Get ready for a lovely English holiday as we head from London to the Lake District!

We'll meet up at the Euston station where we'll grab our train tickets from London to Penrith. In just three hours we'll cross through central England and pass through gorgeous landscapes. We recommend grabbing lunch on the train before arriving in the historic Cumbrian market town of Penrith.

Here, your driver/guide we'll pick you up and you'll hop aboard our mini-coach, beginning the main part of our Lake District tour. Travelling along the northern shores of Ullswater, described as England’s most beautiful lake, where you can take a forest walk to see the mighty Aira Force waterfall.

From here we'll continue onward to Keswick, stopping at mysterious Castlerigg standing stones, thought to have been built over 5,000 years ago and the scene of ancient rituals.

Then we'll arrive in Keswick, a lovely market town, where you'll be free to explore after checking into our accommodations.

Tips:

During July and early August this tour may stay in Windermere.

Visiting Attractions

Following a scrumptious breakfast, we'll wind our way through the English countryside to the southern shores of Ullswater, making stops along the way to enjoy the majestic views of this beautiful lake.

We'll continue south through the Kirkstone Pass towards Lake Windermere, a stunning natural body of water. Here you can join an optional cruise (own expense) or enjoy lunch alongside the lake's shores.

After lunch we'll circle around the southern tip of Windermere to Coniston Water, heading towards Hawkeshead, a picturesque English village where the world famous poet William Wordsworth attended Grammar School. We'll be free to explore this little village before beginning our northern trip to Grasmere, described by Wordsworth as “the loveliest spot that man hath found.” Take some time here to see Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage or enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Wordsworth Daffodil Garden by the River Rothy.

Visiting Attractions

Keswick - Whinlatter Forest Park - Keswick - Penrith - London

Today we'll head out of Keswick to discover the Whinlatter Forest Park. From here we'll cross over the Whinlatter pass and witness the most dramatic landscapes in the Lake District.

We'll pass through the rural village of High Lorton, enjoying a scenic drive along winding lanes, until we arrive at the shores of Crummock Water and Buttermere. Next, we'll travel through the Honister mountain pass, where we'll stop in this lovely mountain region to visit the old slate workings where a small number of Cumbrians continue to make their living.

After refreshments, head from the mountains to the forests of Borrowdale as we head back to Keswick, passing Derwent Water.

We'll have some free time to say farewell to Keswick with lunch and the chance to grab some last minute souvenirs. Then we'll head north to Penrith, where you'll say goodbye to your guide and board your return train to London, arriving approx. 8:15pm.

Package Excludes

On occasion, when towns we stay in host events, accommodation can be scarce and expensive so we may use other locations for your accommodation on the tour. We will always inform you of this when it is necessary.

We recommend you bring suitable clothing and footwear for your tour. Unless otherwise notified passengers are restricted to one medium sized suitcase/bag (maximum 33 pounds/15 kilos) and one carry-on bag per person.

This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Child rate applies to children ages 5-15, based on one child sharing a room with parent(s) or 2 children in a twin room.
* Children younger than 5 are not permitted.
* Prices for Single Occupancy apply when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Prices for Double Occupancy apply when two or more people stay in one standard hotel room. Please note that the number of guests staying in a double room is subject to change. Please refer to the final schedule when booking.
* Tour prices are based on GBP and are converted into USD. Prices will change day to day, due to the currency exchange rates. Tours booked and paid for will be charged at the current rate at which the tour price is shown. We will not refund any price differences, should prices drop for the tour. Tours will be subject to Cancellation Fees, should any changes be made for a reservation.

Reservation Info

1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.

2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.

3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.

4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.

- Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.